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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Financial Specialist to join our team and play a crucial role in managing and analyzing our financial operations to ensure our organization's financial health and stability. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing financial models, conducting benchmarking and process analysis, and making recommendations for improvement. You will work closely with the finance team to conduct risk management, prepare financial reports, and assist in financial forecasting and planning. This role requires a deep understanding of financial regulations and a keen eye for identifying trends and opportunities for financial optimization. The Financial Specialist will also be involved in developing strategies to reduce costs, increase revenues, and drive efficient financial operations. Your expertise will not only support our financial decision-making process but also contribute to the strategic planning and growth of the organization. With your analytical skills and financial acumen, you will be a key player in ensuring our financial strategies are robust, compliant, and aligned with our business objectives.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting and budgeting.
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas of improvement.
- Prepare detailed financial reports and present findings to management.
- Conduct risk management evaluations and recommend strategies to mitigate financial risks.
- Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures.
- Monitor financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts.
- Advise on investment activities and provide strategies that the company should take.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of financial regulations and best practices.
- Collaborate with management on funding strategies and operations.
- Evaluate and recommend improvements to business processes to enhance financial performance.
- Support month-end and year-end close processes.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.
Requirements
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- Proven experience as a Financial Specialist or similar role.
- Strong understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles.
- Working knowledge of all statutory legislation and regulations.
- Expertise in MS Office, particularly Excel, and financial software applications.
- Professional qualification such as CFA/CPA or similar will be considered a plus.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Attention to detail and the ability to spot numerical errors.
- Good communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe a financial model you have developed and how it helped in decision-making?
- How do you stay updated with the latest financial regulations and accounting standards?
- Can you give an example of a significant financial risk you identified and managed?
- Describe a time when you had to explain complex financial information to a non-financial audience. How did you ensure they understood?
- What strategies do you use for effective budget management and cost reduction?